Volunteer Abroad | South Africa

This fantastic wildlife project is situated in South Africa’s Eastern Cape and is designed for volunteers interested in having a truly African Experience while making a difference to the local wildlife and environment. The project aims to give volunteers a holistic experience of life on a "Big 5" game reserve with some exposure to the Big 5 themselves but also conservation of fauna and flora as these go hand in hand. Volunteers will work on a daily basis helping to carry out all the tasks on the reserve including rhino and lion monitoring, game counts and captures to name a few. For anyone studying or interested in the field of veterinary medicine a veterinary internship is available offering opportunities to work with the vets and wildlife experts on this Big 5 Reserve.

Shamwari Game Reserve is world famous and one of the largest Big 5 Reserves in the Eastern Cape as well as being home to the Born Free Foundation and the beautiful big cats that have found a safe home there. Volunteers have the opportunity to get behind the scenes and involved in the conservation efforts of this renowned Game Reserve.

Volunteers have the opportunity to work with experienced rangers and conservationists on the stunning Big 5 Makalali Game Reserve. They will experience and learn all about the African Bush and its wildlife whist tracking and monitoring the wildlife - sometimes on foot! Get back to nature, experience some incredible wildlife sightings and be part of valuable research activities to help the Africa's Endangered Species and wildlife.

Based on a beautiful game reserve near Nelspruit this Rhino sanctuary offers a safe home to abandoned, orphaned and injured wildlife in South Africa with the aim of rehabilitating them when even possible back to the wild. If you are looking to volunteer with Rhinos then we can assure you that you will have the unique opportunity to help in the care and rehabilitation of one of Africa’s most endangered animals. The rate of rhino poaching is rapidly escalating, resulting in their being many orphaned calves in need of the specialist care that this sanctuary offers. Volunteers help to hand rear and rehabilitate rhinos as well as the other wildlife that has found a safe home here.

An exciting opportunity to work hands on with some of Africa's most endangered wildlife including Cheetahs, Painted Dogs, African Wild Cats and many other animals at a this leading sanctuary and breeding centre in Hoedspruit. Volunteers work with the dedicated staff in all aspects of wildlife care and rehabilitation as well as being involved in any wildlife veterinary care or hand rearing of animals that may be needed.

A fantastic project especially for anyone who is passionate about cheetahs and who wants to ensure that these wonderful creatures survive and flourish in their natural habitats in Africa. The project is aimed at conserving rare and endangered species with the aim of rehabilitating them back into their natural and original habitats. A successful breeding project has been established and volunteers will play a role in this work as well as helping to promote public awareness of the pressing need for wildlife conservation. Volunteers will work hands on with these beautiful animals and learn the processes involved in the care.

Experience the ultimate hands-on volunteering experience in this Safari Park. Volunteer with big cats including lions, tigers, cheetah and leopards and also get to walk with the tame elephants and join horseback safaris. There are also zebra, giraffe and hippo to name a few. For those with a dream to live and work closely with these amazing animals, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

A fantastic opportunity to join the field guides and research team on safari drives through South African game reserves to monitor and study the African Big 5 - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. The data collected on these wild but vulnerable and at-risk animals will help local wildlife foundations in protecting and conserving them. Volunteers will live at a lodge in this wildlife haven and as well as practically contributing to conservation, they will learn more from the team of experts about the issues facing African wildlife.
This project is based in the world-famous Greater Kruger area - famous for the Big 5 and amazing scenery. The 'Big 5' (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo) while now thought of as the top animals to see on safari, were originally referred to as the five most dangerous animals to hunt on foot. The area is world-renowned for its protection efforts to save these species and preserve their natural habitat. Research volunteers will be part of the action - helping to monitor the region's wild animals and assisting in vital conservation efforts that support the long-term objectives of internationally recognised wildlife trusts and foundations.

An amazing opportunity to visit the untamed beauty of this Wilderness Reserve in the Limpopo province of South Africa. This project brings new challenges and developments each day and volunteers will be involved in the monitoring and research of the wildlife and the natural environment. Volunteers can also sleep out under the stars - an unforgetable experience!

Getting involved with this very worthwhile project means that volunteers actively help endangered and priority wildlife species conservation. The project works on five different game reserves performing critical and essential conservation work for these reserves at no cost to the reserves themselves. The project work, which is 100% dependent on volunteer funding, mainly focuses on research into African Wild Dog, Cheetah, Black Rhino and Vultures, although Elephant, Lion, Leopard and White Rhino are also monitored. The project works with very high profile organisations such as WWF, the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and the Wildlands Conservation Trust. The projects are Fair Trade Tourism certified and have received a silver award for a World Responsible Tourism Award in the category "Best for Wildlife" as well as a silver award for an African Responsible Tourism Award in the category "Best for Habitat and Species Conservation".

Volunteers provide vital care for the many primates, including vervet monkeys and baboons, that find a safe home at this incredible rehabilitation centre. Based just an hour away from the Kruger National Park, this is the world's largest primate rehabilitation centre and has been helping hundreds of monkeys be rehabilitated back into their natural habitat and have a new chance at life in the wild.

A life-changing experience in South Africa awaits volunteers who want to work in a vibrant Zulu community to help educate children who have been orphaned by AIDS. This project is located in the beautiful St Lucia area where nearly 70% of the local population are believed to be infected with HIV, and many of the children have lost one or both their parents. The help of volunteers in educating these children and raising awareness of HIV in these communities is very important. The project gives volunteers the opportunity to engage with people - young and old - to make a positive impact whilst living by the beautiful Indian Ocean with waters full of hippos, crocs, whales and turtles and the chance to see the Big 5 during weekend excursions with fellow volunteers.

Located in the world renowned Greater Kruger Area, surrounded by a number of world-renowned game reserves, this project gives participants the opportunity to enhance their photographic skills while raising conservation awareness. The Kruger National Park is just 45 minutes away and for anyone who has always wanted to take amazing wildlife pictures, there is no better place in the world.

This project offers a unique opportunity to view the Great White Shark in its natural environment, either from a boat or an underwater cage, in addition to seeing many other wildlife species. Volunteers will learn a lot about the Great White and then put that knowledge to use by assisting in conservation and research into this awesome animal.

A great opportunity to design your own volunteer project in the world's top tourist destination and one of the most beautiful cities in the world - Cape Town. Volunteers can either choose to spend all their time working with orphaned or vulnerable children, or combine this activity with teaching,healthcare, sports development or Girl Impact, thus broadening the volunteer experience in this exciting city.

A great opportunity to design your own volunteer project in the world's top tourist destination and one of the most beautiful cities in the world - Cape Town. Volunteers can either choose to spend all their time working in sports development, or combine this sporting activity with teaching or working with orphans and vulnerable children, thus broadening the volunteer experience in this exciting city.

A great opportunity to design your own volunteer project in the world's top tourist destination and one of the most beautiful cities in the world - Cape Town. Volunteers can either choose to spend all their time teaching or combine this activity with sports development or working with orphans and vulnerable children, thus broadening the volunteer experience in this exciting city.

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Angela, UK, Naankuse Big Cat Conservation and Etosha Short Tour

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I just wanted to say THANK YOU! Thank you for your great support. Thank you for answering all my questions. Thank you for planning my volunteer trip and my stay at the N/a'an ku se lodge with all personal wishes that I have. Thank you for the best experience I had in my life until now! :) Everything was perfect and just the way I hoped it would be. The staff was very caring and friendly (at the volunteer camp and at the lodge). I learned a lot about African animals, endangered species, the bushmen culture and much more.

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Viola, Germany, Naankuse Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary

«Stop thinking about it and book it. The most amazing and wonderful experience of my life. Where else would you be able to sleep with baby baboons, walk with cheetahs and wake as the sun rises with the roar of lions beneath you. This wasn't a holiday if was a life changing experience. GO FOR IT !!!!»

Jeannette, UK, Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary

«Amanzi Travel helped me plan a really great experience for my first time volunteering. The projects were rewarding as well as informative and has made me appreciate what life is like in Africa for both humans and animals. Gemma was on hand right up until I left for my trip, even during Christmas holidays, answering no end of questions I had. I felt comfortable going into the unknown with Amanzi behind me incase anything didn't go to plan. I would especially recommend Amanzi Travel if its your first time as they have all the knowledge and experience to help you prepare for your big adventure. Thank you!»